Kia Forte: Hood / Hood Latch
Components and components location
Repair procedures
[Hood lower latch assembly]
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Remove the front bumper assembly.
(Refer to Front Bumper - "Front Bumper Assembly")
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Loosen the mounting bolts and remove the hood latch assembly (A).
Tightening torque :
7.8 - 11.8 N·m (0.8 - 1.2 Kgf·m, 5.8 - 8.7 lb·ft)
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Disconnect the hood latch cable (A).
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4. |
Disconnect the hood latch connector (A), then remove the mounting screw.
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5. |
To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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Make sure the hood latch release cable is connected properly.
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Make sure the hood locks / unlocks and opens / closes
properly.
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Adjust the latch alignment.
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Replace any damaged clips (or retainers or fasteners).
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Components and components location
Component Location
1. Hood latch release handle
Repair procedures
Replacement
1.
Remo ...
Repair procedures
Adjustment
1.
After loosening the tailgate hinge (A) mounting bolt, adjust the tailgate
by moving it up or down, or right or left.
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Other information:
Repair procedures
Removal
1.
Remove the front door trim.
(Refer to Body - "Front Door Trim")
2.
Disconnect the connector (A) from the mood lamp unit.
3.
Seperate the splice (B) of the sound proof surroundi ...
Components and components location
Components Location
1. Sunroof glass
Repair procedures
Replacement
Put on glove to protect your hands.
1.
C ...